Christmas Day After John Ritchie (1821-1879) Genre Figurative Winter Snow Oil Portrait Paintings

Christmas Day 1857, After John Ritchie (1821-1879)

[ This fine example painted accurately around 1920-30’s to same scale after the artists original of 1857 ]

AUCTION SALE RECORDS FOR ORIGINALS

John Ritchie (fl. 1857-1875)

Winter, St James's Park, London

Size 30 x 50 ¾ in. (76.2 x 128.9 cm.)

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PRICE REALISED

GBP 137,000

Estimate

GBP 100,000 – GBP 150,000

14 Dec 2016

( See one but last Image of an original by artist )

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https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6048678

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Our example whilst an early 20th century later rendition, is of very good quality and a substantial-sized oil painting on canvas depicting a wonderful winter snow covered landscape scene with local people gathering at the church for the festive carol service on Christmas Day, 1857.

[ SEE ORIGINAL PAINTING LAST IMAGE ]

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The exceptionally well-executed painting was taken from an original work by British listed artist John Ritchie (1821-1879).

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As a very favourable artist during the 19th century, Richie specialized in such amazing scenes.

Indeed, he titled this particular work ''Christmas Day, 1857''.

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The example on offer was painted during the 1930s by a follower of the artist.

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Artist John Ritchie (1857 - 1875) was a genre painter who exhibited at the RA and elsewhere. Usually his scenes were imaginary and used 16 / 17th C costumes in a panoramic style. His masterpiece is considered to be: [Summer Day in Hyde Park]

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It is an extremely faithful example and it has the appearance and feel of a much earlier work, such as the quality of the painting and the fabulous attention to detail.

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It is mounted within the beautiful original and substantial-sized giltwood and gesso scrolled frame.

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This painting will be the main centre of attraction on any wall that you choose to place it.

Attributes:

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CONDITION

The painting and the frame are offered in an overall stunning original condition.

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FRAMED MEASUREMENTS

Height: 50 Inches (127 cm)

Width: 79.1 Inches (200.9 cm)

Depth: 3 Inches (7.6 cm)

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DELIVERY

UK By Private Courier £300

Worldwide : £1300

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TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES :07765 856171

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Quote Ref : 0914

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